Lindsey Baker, a.k.a. heroinepretend (name is from a Belle & Sebastian song!), is the editor of COLOURlovers’ Fashion Channel and a style columnist for Omaha, Nebraska’s alternative newsweekly Shout!, among other writerly things. Visit her at COLOURlovers.
Colloquially, the word “green” is as complex as the color can be itself: it represents envy and the healthy-heart chakra alike, acidic and sweet by turns, inexperience and growth simultaneously. If it can be boiled down to any one thing, perhaps green would be, simply, life. And maybe that’s why we yearn for it every spring, revel in it all summer, and bring it inside when the seasons change. A constant reminder of freshness and serenity, green offers us an instant connection to our natural environment — undoubtedly why it’s the token color of the eco-friendly movement.
With three green-hued color palettes from COLOURlovers as inspiration, these Etsy picks reflect just a handful of the moods the colors evoke.
Every time I look at “jet screamer,” I’m reminded of the early-morning sky in an old, faded photograph. I can imagine a whole morning routine: a refreshing shower with Hartleysoap‘s Bamboo Zen Soap, a pretty vintage dress paired with LavenderField‘s sweet-and-tough Crochet Statement Necklace and a cup of hot tea — green, of course — in one of the seafoam-colored mugs from prettyfarmprimitive‘s Vintage Cup Set.
As a not-so-proud owner of a brown thumb, I’m hopeful that one day I’ll be able to coax all the bright colors of “green thumb” from the dirt: the perfect leaves of jenniferladd‘s Clutch Purse, the tart fruit that inspired QueenHeronCreations‘ Cozy Cowl Neckwarmer and the pretty whorl of melbry‘s palette petals (shown in lagoon green lime).
“Forest Walk” celebrates green’s rich earthiness: all the varied shades that make densely wooded areas seem so deep and layered. I want to bring that mystery inside and still be grounded by it outside, whether with kateszabone‘s organically rendered Gemstone Bangles, lizzyhouse‘s whimsical “Embedded” Art Print, or Thrush‘s Patent Forest Green Oxford Pumps, the natural green solution for city girls.
Let us know which palette gets you in a lively St. Patrick’s Day mood in the comments! Or, if you have a favorite COLOURLovers palette, post the link!
141 comments
Sign in to add your ownHarrietsHaven says:
Beautiful finds! Green is my favorite color.
2 years ago
TillyBloom says:
I can feel the desire for a bowl of Matcha coming on...
2 years ago
CocoaBeans says:
i just love any kind of greens! this is awesome:)
2 years ago
wagtail says:
Lovely finds!
2 years ago
Weezawear says:
Gorgeous finds! Those shoes are amazing.
2 years ago
Raceytay says:
Oh wow, love that spring green.
2 years ago
wagtail says:
Lovely finds!
2 years ago
jewelrybyjackie says:
I cannot wait for those lovely green sprigs to come popping out of the ground!! These are great Spring time finds!
2 years ago
ShopClementine says:
What fabulous color palette inspiration!! This is lovely.
2 years ago
buttercupbloom says:
Kelly Green is my fave color! Love this stroll through all green's beautiful hues this morning! xo
2 years ago
redsofa says:
beautiful finds, tahnk you for sahring
2 years ago
bysweetmom says:
love green wonderful finds
2 years ago
HoneysuckleLane says:
Beautiful! I love the Jet-Screamer palette!
2 years ago
VintageEyeFashion says:
fantastic!
2 years ago
bustle says:
Wow! Thanks for featuring an awesome fashionista from OMAHA!!!! way to go Lindsey! beautiful palette :)
2 years ago
nomoi says:
Green is a bit of a hard colour for me; there are shades of it that I love, but also others I can't stand. Beautiful finds here though - love the clutch and the shoes!
2 years ago
StormsHandicrafts says:
Gorgeous greens!
2 years ago
GracefullyGirly says:
Love all that green! Of course, I'm as Irish as one can be without having been born there (my grandparents were) so I'm a BIG fan of GREEN anyway. But, very classy choices above. One of the Etsy sellers became my new favorite. Palette Petals, fabulous!
2 years ago
candacejean says:
*Gasp* green is my absolute FAVORITE color.. I love this! So many wonderful finds.. thank you!
2 years ago
ohbabydotcom says:
fantastic! how appropriate for march! fab colors combo's!!!
2 years ago
TheJoyofColor says:
Loved the article, and yes Green is one of the colorsessential to ower well being, i'm so happy my sutdio table is frontign a big window to the garden, which is alwyas green here in Israel. Thanks for the beautiful selection of items
2 years ago
KamiMono says:
Beautiful shades of green, my favorite color! I like the subtle sea foam green of those mugs.
2 years ago
ElginAntiquities says:
I don't know why I avoid green so much. It's really a lovely color--great ideas.
2 years ago
Waterrose says:
What a perfect collection and perfect week for green!
2 years ago
Morado says:
Love it! soothing and calming colors :)
2 years ago
riorita says:
Lovely refreshing Greens!
2 years ago
worksofwhimsy says:
Once again wishing I had little feet. Those shoes are wonderful.
2 years ago
SkunkandIndigo says:
Green is just such a calming color. Love it! I'm thinking about painting my 3 year old daughter's room a subtle green. Great article.
2 years ago
Atticgoods says:
"You will never go wrong with green"- my favorite feedback!
2 years ago
laurelinsailor says:
Love those greens!
2 years ago
FamaraDesigns says:
Great finds :)
2 years ago
allthingswhite says:
Wonderful!!! and my second favorite color too!
2 years ago
YouAreYou says:
This is so lovely!
2 years ago
sewlola says:
Soothing and beautiful post!
2 years ago
paramountvintage says:
i love the color combinations! the aesthetic is beautiful!
2 years ago
CatherinetteRings says:
Awesome ! I love green .
2 years ago
aforfebre says:
Beautiful finds! Green is my favorite color.:P
2 years ago
saintesmariesjewelry says:
beautiful stuff I love green!
2 years ago
craftscafe says:
the last darker set of greens is beautiful!
2 years ago
rosebudshome says:
Instant calm!
2 years ago
jacarandadesigns says:
Love the agatha bag in tea green!
2 years ago
dreamyvintage says:
I love green! It makes me happy to just see it. I strongly believe there is a PERFECT shade of green for everyone just like there is a perfect red.
2 years ago
urbanknitfits says:
very pretty collection! green is one of my ultime favorite colors and I like what you said about about how we bring green indoors when the weather is bad- so true, so true. Plus March is a great time for green, and I'm guilty of having "some" green items in my shop!
2 years ago
FoosieDesign says:
love the neck warmer!!
2 years ago
FlamingoFeathers says:
I love green too... such a beautiful collection..
2 years ago
oliveliDesign says:
I like this article It gives me inspier to make my jewelry....
2 years ago
ArtisticIntentions says:
Beautiful things!
2 years ago
1AEON says:
:) yaay, i use to not like green, but that i work with colors i really give a ton of respect things green, also we had a crazy green phone when i was little (25 yrs ago) and now it's considered vintage and iconic..crazy.
2 years ago
birdie1 says:
My favorite color:)
2 years ago
poppyswickedgarden says:
wow! Those are some gorgeous greens! It is so nice to see greens this time of year:)
2 years ago
Whimsywares says:
Green has always been my favorite color. It encompasses nature, growth, tranquility, and the Irish! Gordeous color.
2 years ago
lauraprentice says:
green is my favorite color, and it is extra awesome in the spring.
2 years ago
dancingcircle says:
Lovely article, I can't get enough of green either
2 years ago
RainyPenguinVintage says:
Okay, seriously, those green shoes are absolutely amazing! Oh and thanks for letting us know about COLOURlovers. I had never heard of it before. I'm excited to check it out. Jeanne
2 years ago
girltuesdayjewelry says:
I love green. Beautiful hues you've picked here. The gemstone bangles are really pretty!
2 years ago
BlackStar says:
Love the greens!
2 years ago
AntoinetteDesign says:
Awesome (those green shoes! *swoon!*) and completely inspiring...I'm suddenly reminded of all the green stones I have in my stash, still unused...not for long!
2 years ago
blakfish says:
Gorgeous greens! Love the shades of green in the cowl/ neckwarmer by QueenHeronCreations.
2 years ago
HoldTheWire says:
My favorite color! Love JenniferLadd's purse. So cute.
2 years ago
VerreDesign says:
Lovely greens! Everything looks so pretty and fresh:)
2 years ago
pattydrake says:
Love, love green - truly the most refreshing color. Got to have that Bamboo soap. Great article!
2 years ago
MaaPstudio says:
Fabulous color palette , love greens..
2 years ago
MaaPstudio says:
colour:)
2 years ago
HibouCards says:
I love all greens, kelly green, grass green, apple green, sage green.... I use all different types of greens in my felt work too! I think green is a very pleasing, soothing and energizing color at the same time. Cool picks too :)
2 years ago
ZhongFuJewelryDesign says:
I loved your description of green as embodying so many extremes!
2 years ago
searchandrescue says:
Love those pumps Thrush! Green's top drawer for me.
2 years ago
1dream says:
Lovely finds..I love color..
2 years ago
prettyfarmprimitives says:
Beautiful, love the colors. Thanks for including my green mugs!!!
2 years ago
NaturalAmber says:
Love Green, makes me so excited for ST Pattys Day and my Moms Birthday. She loves getting the green jewelry for her St Pattys Bday!
2 years ago
scoutdrygoods says:
lovely, my dear. lovely. xoxo
2 years ago
jennyhoople says:
Greens are my absolute favorite! I read in a color/design book that there are more possible shades of green than of any other color. I like that it's a color of balance, perfectly poised between warm and cool on the color palette (like purple!) For me, green represents earthly balance (of life, of the physical, the material) and purple represents spiritual balance (the topmost chakra, emotional wellness, the ethereal). Thanks for the post, I can never get enough green for my eyes, especially after a cold, grey winter! Thanks for bringing colorlovers to my attention! I think I could spend all day there :) After a cursory search, I found this palette that I especially like: http://www.colourlovers.com/palette/443995/i_demand_a_pancake
2 years ago
StoneSchoolVintage says:
Green...so beautiful,one of my faves! Fabulous picks!
2 years ago
maggiemaevintage says:
green... love it ... my favorite!
2 years ago
heatherozee says:
All this green is getting me in the mood for flip flops and a rocking chair!
2 years ago
WoollyWonka says:
Love green so much I put it in my avatar!
2 years ago
lifeofcolors says:
I love green!
2 years ago
kezbirdie says:
Green is such an awesome colour! And you have a wonderful colletion of green items here :)
2 years ago
polkadotmagpie says:
What fabulous picks! Great article. No all greens are created equal. :-}
2 years ago
BlackDaisyDesigns says:
I experienced a severe "green-overdose" during the 90s and I haven't really felt much for the colour since. But... over the last 6-12 months I've noticed that my eyes are "searching " for the green palette and that I'm actually choosing green over other colours. In clothes, in home decor, in gems.... yep, I believe I'm having a green revival. :)
2 years ago
steinschmuckdesign says:
Oh fantastic Greens, love the Cups!!!
2 years ago
recycledwares says:
green is such a soothing color
2 years ago
kristende says:
I love to use green in my work. Green makes me happy!
2 years ago
polkadotsandblooms says:
I've never really given green a second thought, however, this has changed in the last one or two years and I really can appreciate this colour now and have quite a few fab green pieces to wear. Great selection!
2 years ago
gretchenmist says:
my first + lasting love: green, especially different shades together in one place! lovely finds :)
2 years ago
breadandroses2 says:
Simply beautiful! Most any green except neon suits me to a tea but especially moss, lichen & forest greens. Thanks for the intro to COLOURLovers. I've played with color like this since a wee one. Such fun!
2 years ago
craftpile says:
Beautiful!!!
2 years ago
OpendoorHandmade says:
a touch o' Green! just LOVE these choices. Love the patent leather shoes!
2 years ago
michabella says:
Green is my favorite color and these choices are fabulous. I especially love the shoes!
2 years ago
KristyLynnJewelry says:
Something about the shade of green...very soothing!!! Great photos and I love the purse!!!
2 years ago
KristenVonHohen says:
I love green it it my favorite color. but I don't feel all these example really do it justice.
2 years ago
MaryFosterCreative says:
Beautiful green finds. As an avid gardener, I love green. The flowers come and go, but green in all its shades and textures is always there.
2 years ago
KrystaSolaris says:
Ahh, how I love green. I find myself using it often in my home. We have had a long cold winter here in Northern Virginia, and I am so looking forward to a GREEN spring!
2 years ago
thimblythings says:
I love Colour Lovers! Fun article. I'll be rethinking green now... :)
2 years ago
kadlubik says:
spring is here...
2 years ago
blainedesign says:
Very nicely done!
2 years ago
LavenderField says:
Lindsay thank you so much for chosing my green Statement Necklace!!!! I was really wondering why the sudden jump in views and heart shops, and now I see that it was thanks to you!!!
2 years ago
pasin says:
Great picks... Love those greens...
2 years ago
felicitycrew says:
It's still pretty cold in my part of the world... Can't wait for spring to come, so thanks for this anticipating post!!!
2 years ago
dahliadesigns says:
What fun! A great spring palette!
2 years ago
beerring says:
adore green
2 years ago
KylieO says:
My favorite colour/s! And that crochet jewellry is amazing.
2 years ago
FavreBijoux says:
Green is my favorite color!
2 years ago
adrianaoancia says:
Thank you for including my painting in this beautiful collection !
2 years ago
JanuaryJaniesJewelry says:
Green can be deep and dark or cool and light. It's awsome!
2 years ago
camamiel says:
Nice! I think we all need green after this long winter.
2 years ago
Harem6 says:
Great items! Love the color too!
2 years ago
JoshUrsoDesign says:
Green patent leather pumps, oh my! How nice. I enjoyed all the green items.
2 years ago
AudreyGardenLady says:
Calming and yet invigorating, I just love Green!!!
2 years ago
BirdonWireStudio says:
These colors are so soothing to my winter-worn soul!!! Thank you!
2 years ago
ShiStudio says:
Spring green - wonderful!
2 years ago
DrCraze says:
Fantastic!!! Just in time for spring. This reminds me to dust off my trike and take a spin around the block. Old man winter your days are numbered...this year;]
2 years ago
julessabjewelry says:
Lindsey! Thank you so much for sharing the green! It's one of my favorite colors and is the color of my EYES! Spring is upon us.
2 years ago
threepeats says:
There is such a range of greens. Calm, cool and collected beautifully for this article!
2 years ago
Vintage50sEyewear says:
Green is Beautiful!
2 years ago
artofjane says:
Such hopeful colors. Great finds!
2 years ago
Hartleysoap says:
Thanks for including my soap, I had no idea I was here.
2 years ago
sakizome says:
Love Green! It is in my avatar! Love the crochet necklace. 20% discount on all green items, except those already on sale!
2 years ago
mia09 says:
I love colors! I often use different shades og green in designing my jewelry! Have a pick at "rain forest" for a semple of forest green shades. Thanks for the great article!
2 years ago
ikabags says:
Beautiful finds! Green is my favorite color. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=42279748 For this bag what can i say about green
2 years ago
RomanceCatsAndWhimsy says:
The La Stella Fleur earrings are so pretty. Love all the green - so gorgeous!
2 years ago
elemegibere says:
Wonderful!
2 years ago
GwensArtDreamscape says:
"Jet Screamer" is fantastic! People just don't realize how complex a color is green and that green spans the spectrum of color nuance. Any painter will tell you green is one of the hardest colors to nail but when you do, there is nothing finer nor more rewarding. I think all that is the color green is greatly under appreciated.
2 years ago
kalliedesigns says:
GREEN... soothing!! A color of natural cleansing. I luv the use of the greens here.
2 years ago
JeansVintageCloset says:
Lots of Green Items, the First Day of SPring MArch 20 Rode in on Mighty strong Winds, Some strong Rain storms
2 years ago
LANCERIKA says:
Earthly and refreshing greens.. Fantastic green beauties!
2 years ago
go2girl says:
Lovely. My favorite color!
1 year ago
accentonvintage says:
Love green! It is so soothing and peaceful!
1 year ago
marysworkshop says:
Looking out the window on a snow covered landscape, I have to agree that green is a wonderful color in all it's glorious shades!
1 year ago
LeapARTandVintage says:
Beautiful! Makes me so calm just looking at the greens. I wanna dive in and swim in the colors.
1 year ago
Baymut says:
love green!
1 year ago
Dicentra says:
I love green. I find myself coming up with alot of green colorways these days, longing for Spring.
1 year ago
valeriegallerie says:
When my eyes turned green at age 12 I became a fan FOREVER. lovely presentation cold green deep sea and warm tropical sea green you could explore the attraction forever.
1 year ago
HouseOfMoss says:
Delicious hues of my very favorite color! Thanks for this beautiful collection, Lindsey.
1 year ago
sanjaghak says:
Wow!I loved the ring!that is awesome!<3
1 year ago
beachykeen1 says:
Green has always been my favorite color and my home reflects that. It is restful. I love the photo by allieart4children!
1 year ago
sweetpotatoblossoms says:
I *love* absolute *love* green!!!!!!! It's so lovely! I especially liked the 'green thumb' ones!!
1 year ago
amazingbeads says:
Beautiful, beautiful green. The color of relaxation. Hence the 'Green Room' for artistes.
1 year ago
BlueDayDesigns says:
I love these shades, my favorite item is the artwork at the top - stunning!
1 year ago
megandana says:
There is almost no color I don't like, and of course every color fits in someplace. My favorites tend to run from teals through blues through purples into pinks. And yes, the hot colors too: yellow, orange, red, magenta. I guess my least favorite is dark yellow green. So, I'm not really a green person. It was my mother's favorite color, she always wore it (green eyes) so perhaps the reason is Freudian!
1 year ago
shellseye says:
Great green finds, it's one of my favorite colors & it matches my eyes ;)
1 year ago